The S2725DC makes a particularly good case if the laptop charger, speakers and display cable already crowd your desk. USB-C can take care of video and charging, and the display has its own speakers. The deciding number is often the laptop’s power requirement.
In depth
Dell Plus S2725DC review
Published
Best forSomeone who docks a work laptop at home and would also like smooth motion after hours.
At a glance
- Screen size
- 27 inches
- Panel technology
- IPS
- Native resolution
- 2560 × 1440
- Refresh rate
- 144 Hz
Pros
- USB-C combines video and up to 65 W of host power.
- Height adjustment and pivot suit documents as well as games.
Cons
- A demanding notebook may still need its own power supply.
- QHD at 27 inches offers less fine detail than a same-size 4K screen.
Display
- 27 inches
- 2560 × 1440 IPS
- 144 Hz
QHD gives spreadsheets and two side-by-side windows a useful amount of space. At 144 Hz the display also updates more frequently as you move a window or pan across a game. It is a sensible mix when work and play share one screen.
Connectivity
- USB-C video
- Up to 65 W
- HDMI and DisplayPort
TechRadar tried the USB-C connection with a MacBook, iPads and other computers and reported successful operation with the devices it tested. Check that your own USB-C port carries video. A cable that only charges a phone cannot deliver the same setup. 1
Design & Audio
- Height, tilt, swivel and pivot
- Stereo speakers
The stand can turn a long document upright without an extra arm. Two 3 W speakers cover a call or a short video without adding boxes to the desk. If the monitor sits in a shared room, keeping a headset connected to the computer is still useful for private meetings.
Alternatives
Dell’s UltraSharp U2725QE offers 4K, Thunderbolt and higher available charging power. Those are good reasons to step up for a more demanding laptop. A good existing QHD monitor paired with a compact dock may already cover the same everyday routine.
Verdict
Buy the S2725DC for a laptop that fits within its charging budget and a desk that benefits from fewer connections. The pivoting stand and 144 Hz panel make it more versatile once you sit down.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- TechRadarDell 27 Plus QHD USB-C S2725DC review: A perfect budget business monitor for every kind of office (opens in a new tab)https://www.techradar.com/pro/dell-27-plus-qhd-usb-c-s2725dc-business-monitor-review
USB-C use with the MacBook, iPad and additional devices connected during the review.